Waited

The past tense of the verb 'wait,' meaning to remain in one place or in readiness, typically expecting something to happen or for someone to arrive. It signifies a period of inactivity or patience while anticipating an event, person, or opportunity. It can also describe delaying an action until a specific time or situation. The duration of waiting can range from a few moments to extended periods, characterized by different levels of anticipation, boredom, or frustration. The act of waiting can involve physical stillness or mental preparation, and the outcome may or may not be what was expected. Finally the location of the waiting can be anywhere such as a line or the comfort of a seat.

Waited meaning with examples

• She waited patiently at the airport gate, watching the planes take off and land. Anticipation filled the air as she awaited her family's arrival from overseas. Every rustle of paper or announcement over the loudspeaker made her look up hopefully. After what felt like hours, the announcement she'd been longing for finally echoed through the terminal, and she ran to meet them.
• He waited for the bus at the corner, stamping his feet to keep warm in the cold. The snow fell softly around him, blanketing the city in a quiet hush. Each passing car offered a momentary hope that it was his bus, only to be replaced by disappointment. Eventually, the familiar red shape came into view, a welcome sight amid the winter scene.
• We waited for the storm to pass, huddled inside our cozy cabin. The wind howled outside, and the rain lashed against the windows, creating an unsettling symphony. We read books, played games, and told stories, trying to distract ourselves from the wild weather. When the clouds finally broke, we emerged to find a world transformed, refreshed by the cleansing rain.
• The company waited to launch the new product until they were certain all bugs had been worked out and user experience testing was complete. It was a costly delay, but ultimately a prudent one. The risk of a premature release and negative reviews was simply too high, so instead of rushing to market they made sure the release would meet the needs of every user.